Todays weather in Phoenix Arizona - Sunday - 17 May 2026

(00:00:00) Todays weather in Phoenix Arizona - Sunday - 17 May 2026 (00:00:30) Today's Forecast Conditions (00:01:14) Wind and Heat Stress Today (00:01:49) Red Flag Warning What To Do (00:02:09) Weekend Into Next Week (00:02:29) Phoenix Weekend Takeaway Phoenix is heading into a high-risk weekend. A Red Flag Warning is in effect, and this episode breaks down exactly what that means for your Saturday and Sunday — plus a look at early next week when some relief may finally arrive.This morning starts at 66 degrees with mostly clear skies, but conditions will deteriorate through the afternoon. The high today reaches around 98 degrees, humidity drops as peak heating kicks in, and south-southwest winds running 15 to 25 mph will drive aggressive gusts across open terrain and valley freeways. That combination — extreme heat, low humidity, and strong wind — is precisely what earns a Red Flag Warning, and it is not going away quickly.Saturday through Sunday, expect highs near 100 degrees. No rain. Dry conditions locked in. The Red Flag Warning specifically targets higher elevations on Sunday, and outdoor burning is a hard no. Before Sunday morning, secure anything in your yard that wind can catch — furniture, pots, trash cans, anything loose.For commuters today: watch for debris on open stretches of road and freeway. Wind strips moisture off your skin faster than still air, so 98 degrees in these conditions hits harder than it looks on paper. Drink more water than you think you need, and limit extended outdoor exposure during peak heating hours in the early-to-mid afternoon.Early next week, a system passage may bring temperature relief — but exact timing and magnitude are still uncertain. Stay tuned. For now: stay hydrated, secure your property, and skip the campfire entirely.This episode includes AI-generated content.